Synthesis and Modular Reactivity of Pyrazole 5-Trifluoroborates: Intermediates for the Preparation of Fully-Functionalized Pyrazoles

The regioselective condensation of hydrazines and ynone trifluoroborates provides access to a range of pyrazole 5-trifluoroborates. The stability of the borate unit allows chemoselective halogenation of the heteroaromatic ring, thereby delivering pyrazole scaffolds that allow orthogonal functionalization at C5 and C4. The modular reactivity of these intermediates is exemplified by cross-coupling reactions, enabling regiocontrolled synthesis of fully-functionalized pyrazole derivatives.